Multiple choice

How many ATP molecules are produced for every glucose molecule consumed during respiration?

  1. 34

  2. 39

  3. 38

  4. 32
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In aerobic respiration, the complete oxidation of one molecule of glucose typically yields a theoretical maximum of 38 ATP molecules in prokaryotes (though often 36 in eukaryotes due to shuttle costs).

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